Furnace Installation & Replacement

Furnace Installation in Waterloo

Residential Furnace Replacement from NATE-Certified Technicians

A properly selected furnace should match your home’s heating needs, ductwork, and airflow rather than simply mirror the equipment it replaces. Rabe Hardware provides furnace installation and replacement for Waterloo homeowners who need dependable heat, better comfort, or an alternative to an aging system.

We’re a family-owned home services company that has served the Waterloo area with heating, cooling, and HVAC services since 1979. We install, maintain, and repair furnaces and geothermal systems, providing ongoing support beyond the initial installation.

Call (319) 308-5853 to request a free furnace installation estimate and discuss your home’s heating needs.

Why Choose Rabe Hardware?

Expert Personnel

The knowledgeable and experienced staff of Rabe Hardware are experts in solar, geothermal, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fireplaces & stoves. We are your one-stop-shop!
Same-day Service

We are proud to provide our customers with same-day service! Whether you want to order a furnace filter or need an emergency repair, you can depend on Rabe Hardware to take care of you.
Full Flexibility

The experienced technicians and installers of Rabe Hardware are trained to service all major brands for both residential and commercial products and systems.
By the Book Installations

All equipment and materials used by Rabe Hardware are installed per the manufacturers’ specifications. We stay by-the-book and never take shortcuts.
Full Credentials

Our technicians and installers are fully licensed, insured, and professionally trained. With extensive industry experience, we at Rabe Hardware will get the tough jobs done and done right.
Financing Assurance

Rabe Hardware offers flexible, low-interest financing options through EnerBank USA and GeoSmart to meet both your needs and your budget.

Our Furnace Installation Process in Waterloo

Furnace replacement starts with evaluating the existing equipment and the amount of heat the home needs. This heating load evaluation helps determine the appropriate system capacity rather than relying only on the size of the furnace being removed.

A typical installation includes these key stages:

Heating assessment: We evaluate equipment capacity, ductwork and airflow, and thermostat compatibility.
Equipment selection: We review replacement options based on the home’s heating requirements and the project scope.
Old furnace removal: We disconnect and remove the existing furnace when the new unit takes its place.
New system installation: We complete the furnace and applicable electrical, fuel, duct, and thermostat connections according to the selected equipment’s requirements.
Testing and orientation: We perform safety checks and system testing, then explain how to operate the furnace and thermostat.

Project schedules vary based on the system and the work required. After evaluating your existing heating setup, we can explain what to expect for your property.

When to Consider Furnace Replacement

Frequent repairs, repeated breakdowns, uneven heating, and rising heating bills can signal that a furnace needs a replacement evaluation. These signs don’t automatically make replacement the only option, but they’re important when comparing another repair with a new system.

The decision depends on the furnace’s condition, repair history, comfort performance, and operating cost. We evaluate these factors so you can compare the existing system with the available replacement options before authorizing work.

Factors That Affect Furnace Installation Cost

Furnace replacement costs vary with the home, heating system, and project scope. A free estimate lets you review the proposed equipment and costs before installation begins.

Common cost factors include:

Selected heating equipment and efficiency level
Capacity required for the home
Condition of existing ductwork
Necessary electrical or fuel connections
Overall installation complexity

Permit requirements can also vary by jurisdiction and project scope. We account for applicable project-specific requirements when preparing the installation plan. Flexible financing is available for heating and cooling replacements, giving qualified homeowners another way to plan for a new system.

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A Guarantee You Can Count On

Providing a high level of customer service is at the core of everything we do here at Rabe Hardware and it starts with our 3 Point Promise, a company wide commitment to three core values – Honesty, Integrity and Reliability. Each one of these values define us as individuals and have become a company model that has built our reputation. If honesty, integrity and reliability are what you’re looking for – look no further.

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See Why Customers Choose Rabe

"Greatest for Service, Quality, Pricing & Care"
Keaton Deneve was AMAZING with the electrical work, insightful knowledge AND resolve. Super kind and personable.

- Vonna H.
"10 star Customer Service"
Given their reputation, the guarantee on panels -efficiency - workmanship - timeline, and their very competitive quote they quickly became our vender.

- KJ M.
"Professional & Easy to Work With"
All the instructions we straight forward and professionally delivered. I feel like we found a contractor that takes care of us the way we would a family member. 5 stars all the way.

- Tom S.
"You Won’t Be Disappointed"
I wouldn’t recommend anyone else, Rabe’s is the best they have been our service company since 2019.

- Susan T.
"We Have Already Recommended"
The process went very smooth, and quite frankly, exactly as he said it would. Our panels were up and running without a single hitch.

- Kaye M.
"Very Nice, Great Service & Very Patient"
Today Jeff came back to service our Geo. Again fantastic! Jeff does a great job and because of him we will always use and recommend Rabe Hardware.

- Ross V.
"Pleasure Working with Rabe"
They helped with the complete process from designing a system just right for my property to explaining all of the paperwork requirements and getting them filled out when needed.

- Wayne F.
"Great Company, Great Price, Great Customer Service"
Couldn't have asked for a more qualified, experienced and friendly company to remove and reinstall solar panels for roof repair.

- Lori

Qualified Installation & Protection for New Equipment

Our technicians are NATE-certified, an industry credential that verifies their knowledge of heating and cooling systems. We’re also a Lennox Premier Dealer and an Enertech Geothermal Dealer.

We install equipment strictly according to specification to protect the applicable manufacturer warranty. Qualifying new equipment installations are backed by a 10-year parts-and-labor warranty and a satisfaction guarantee.

Furnace projects can involve more than heating equipment alone. Our technicians hold Iowa licenses in plumbing, electrical, and hydronics, which covers systems that circulate heated water. This cross-trade knowledge allows us to address overlapping issues identified during heating work.

Request Your Free Furnace Replacement Estimate

Start with a completely free estimate for your Waterloo furnace replacement or installation. We’ll evaluate your heating needs and explain the relevant options, scope, and projected cost so you can make an informed decision.

Call (319) 308-5853 to schedule your free estimate with Rabe Hardware.

Furnace Efficiency & Other Home Heating Options

Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency, commonly called AFUE, measures how efficiently a furnace converts fuel into heat over a typical heating season. A higher rating means a greater share of the fuel becomes usable heat, but efficiency isn’t the only consideration when selecting a system.

Comfort and performance also depend on proper equipment sizing, sufficient airflow, installation quality, and correct thermostat operation. We install traditional furnace systems and can evaluate whether this approach fits the property’s layout and existing infrastructure.

Alternative Heating Systems

Some homes may be better suited to a different heating method or a system that complements existing equipment. We also install geothermal ground-source heat pumps, air-source heat pumps, radiant in-floor hydronic systems, and ductless mini-splits.

Heat pumps move heat rather than producing it through the same process as a traditional furnace. Geothermal systems exchange heat with the ground, while radiant systems circulate heated water beneath the floor. Ductless systems deliver heat through individual indoor units without conventional ductwork. An in-home evaluation helps determine which approach fits a particular property.

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